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The following is a press release from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Having trouble viewing this e-mail? Read it online at http://www.imls.gov/news/2011/052011.shtm <http://www.imls.gov/news/2011/052011.shtm> . FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2011 IMLS Press Contacts 202-653-4632 Natasha Marstiller, [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> Mamie Bittner, [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> Grant Awards Announcement: Conservation Project Support Washington, DC-The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announced today 31 awards totaling $2,641,657 matched with $3,317,978 of non-federal funds for Conservation Project Support Grants. IMLS received 136 applications requesting $10,719,667 in funds. "These grants support the essential work of caring for museum collections," said IMLS Director Susan Hildreth. "The grant roster is a delight to read and includes conservation activities that protect art and artifacts from nearly every corner of the globe; native and endangered animals and plants; and time periods that span from early cretaceous fossils to 21st century e-games!" Click here <http://www.imls.gov/news/2011/052011_list.shtm> to view the list of funded projects. For more information about this funding opportunity including program guidelines and contacts, please visit http://www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/conservProject.shtm <http://www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/conservProject.shtm> . Use the IMLS grants search tool <http://www.imls.gov/search.asp> to view our archive of grants awarded by the Institute. Search grants by grant name, institution, or project type. About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about the Institute, please visit http://www.imls.gov <http://www.imls.gov> .